Known popularly as the ‘White Building’ (in contrast to a now-demolished warehouse opposite, the ‘Red Building’), this was used for 70 years for harbour administration by the South African Railways and Harbours. The foundation stone was laid by Mr J Searle, Managing Commissioner of the Harbour Board, on 14 January 1904. Designed by Jones and McWilliams, it is regarded as one of the best examples of Art Nouveau/Renaissance architecture in South Africa. The exterior has massive and impressive stonework and the interior has richly ornamented woodwork and stained glass windows (NM 1968). It was restored in 1998 by Portnet; the architect-in-charge was John Rushmere.
Location: 1 Fleming St, Wells Estate, Gqeberha, 6001, South Africa
